How President Washington created a functioning government through interpretation, action & custom.
Summary
Washington was often referred to as the "Father of Our Country". As a young man George Washington was known for his experience and reputation for leadership during the war. Also he was in command of the Continental Army in 1775. He was a important figure in the French and Indian War, which set America on its future course almost 20 years before the Revolution.
Notes 1791
The Bank Act establishes a national banking system.
The Bill of Rights tak es effect. 1792
Post Office is established by Congress as a separate entity.
New York Stock Exchange is organized. 1794
Whiskey Rebellion breaks out over excise tax. 1795
The Jay Treaty ratified, establishing commerce with Great Britain.
Pinckney's Treaty with Spain opened navigation on Mississippi River.
How President Washington created a functioning government through interpretation, action & custom.
Summary
Washington was often referred to as the "Father of Our Country". As a young man George Washington was known for his experience and reputation for leadership during the war. Also he was in command of the Continental Army in 1775. He was a important figure in the French and Indian War, which set America on its future course almost 20 years before the Revolution.
Notes
1791
The Bank Act establishes a national banking system.
The Bill of Rights tak es effect.
1792
Post Office is established by Congress as a separate entity.
New York Stock Exchange is organized.
1794
Whiskey Rebellion breaks out over excise tax.
1795
The Jay Treaty ratified, establishing commerce with Great Britain.
Pinckney's Treaty with Spain opened navigation on Mississippi River.
http://www.history.com/shows/america-the-story-of-us/videos/george-washington <------here is a video from the history channel
References
The Americans - Your textbook
Your Daily Notebook
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http://fortligonier.org/?gclid=CLaekc7phKUCFQtL5wodZx6NPw
http://www.nps.gov/archive/choh/history/People/Washington.html
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Linkshttp://www.whitehouse.gov/about/presidents/georgewashington